Westmorland and Furness Council News

Following Sport England and council investment to install triple glazing and 190 solar panels to the roof, the next stage of works will soon begin at Appleby Leisure Centre. A £388,000 investment from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme will bring more carbon and energy saving benefits to the building as major boiler replacement works get underway.

Members of the Armed Forces community in Westmorland and Furness are invited to attend a new series of support drop ins run by Mark Kenny, the local Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) Welfare Officer.

Residents who rely on domestic heating oil and are experiencing financial hardship due to rising costs are encouraged apply for support through the Household Support Fund.

Council showing support for Andy’s Man Club by bringing messages of men’s mental health awareness to streets of Barrow and Kendal.

As Cumbria prepares for the Easter season, local businesses are highlighting how essential strong digital connectivity is for tourism, rural enterprise and community life.

New Member of Youth Parliament elected for Westmorland and Furness

Councillors have agreed the next steps in a multi-million pound programme to transform Barrow town centre.

Over 58,000 free tree saplings handed out to communities across Westmorland and Furness.

Time is running out to apply for apprenticeship opportunities with Westmorland and Furness Council. Applications close at midnight on Sunday 22 March 2026.

The Council is proud to recognise World Social Work Day today, Tuesday 17 March 2026, celebrating this year’s theme of ‘Co‑building Hope and Harmony’.